Ruminants: focus on feed planning. Feed samples are analyzed, evaluated and feed plans are drawn up on this basis. Recommendations for the feeding management of various farms are made with the inclusion of milk test data.Non-ruminants: Focus on the basics of the energy and nutrient requirements of pigs and poultry.

The aim of this course is to provide in-depth knowledge of the organisation of pig breeding, applied breeding value assessment and nutrition. Students understand the interrelationships and their effects on product quality and the economic efficiency of pig production.

The overall goal of the course is to provide the essential scientific knowledge of pig animal health and behaviour and of the implications for husbandry and animal welfare.